Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Baileysville Elementary & Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baileysville Elementary & Middle School serves the west part of Brenton, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 84.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School's student population of 267 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring Our Students to Learn, Dream, and Achieve!
School Rankings
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baileysville Elementary & Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baileysville Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School is ranked #533 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Baileysville Elementary & Middle School?
267 students attend Baileysville Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Baileysville Elementary & Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baileysville Elementary & Middle School?
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baileysville Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baileysville Elementary & Middle School part of?
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School is part of Wyoming County Schools.
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